Chelyabinsk Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in January.

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Chelyabinsk Magnitogorsk Turgoyak Zlatoust

Considering a trip to Chelyabinsk Region, Russia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Chelyabinsk Region in January

Chelyabinsk Region, Russia is a region in Russia. January in Chelyabinsk Region generally has very cold temperatures, with low precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -9°C (16°F) and nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) in Chelyabinsk. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To explore the conditions in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Troitsk with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to low snowfall in Zlatoust with 27 mm (1.1 in).

Explore Chelyabinsk Region by month

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January-9°C (16°F) February-8°C (18°F) March0°C (32°F) April11°C (52°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August23°C (73°F) September17°C (63°F) October9°C (48°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chelyabinsk Region in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chelyabinsk Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Chelyabinsk Region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia?

Temperature range in Chelyabinsk Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Chelyabinsk Region (January)

Chelyabinsk

In January Chelyabinsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
26 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Chelyabinsk →

Magnitogorsk

In January Magnitogorsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Magnitogorsk →

Turgoyak

In January Turgoyak generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Turgoyak →

Zlatoust

In January Zlatoust generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Zlatoust →

Troitsk

In January Troitsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -9°C (16°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
26 mm (1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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In our records: Russia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Russia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Russia dropped to -48°C (-54°F) in Tomsk on January 13, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Russia was -41°C (-42°F) in Kemerovo on January 6, 2001.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chelyabinsk Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chelyabinsk -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Magnitogorsk -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Turgoyak -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Zlatoust -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Troitsk -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Yuzhnoural'sk -9°C (16°F) -18°C (0°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)

Chelyabinsk Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in January?

In January, Chelyabinsk Region, Russia generally has less favorable weather conditions. Chelyabinsk sees daytime temperatures near -9°C (16°F), with nights cooling to roughly -18°C (0°F).

What is the average temperature in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in January?

Average temperatures in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia during January range from a nighttime low near -18°C (0°F) to a daytime high around -9°C (16°F) in Chelyabinsk.

Does Chelyabinsk Region, Russia get a lot of snow in January?

Not particularly. Chelyabinsk averages just 23 mm (0.9 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Chelyabinsk Region, Russia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Chelyabinsk Region, Russia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Chelyabinsk Region, Russia with often less favorable weather in Chelyabinsk.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly excellent weather in Chelyabinsk. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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